Combining history art and tradition the goal of pilgrims and the emblem of St.

James the Hostal dos Reis Católicos in the Plaza do Obradoiro forms together with the cathedral one of the worlds most remarkable and most visited urban settings.

The Hostal which first saw life as a Royal Hospital in 1499 to house the many pilgrims arriving in Santiago today still invites the traveller to enjoy this universal and fascinating city.

Considered the oldest hotel in the world it is also one of the most luxurious and beautiful.

It has four extremely beautiful cloisters elegant public rooms spectacular bedrooms and a luxurious dining room offering Galician style fish and meats and the classic apple filloa pies and crème brulee.